KBP SABRE

History

The KBP SABRE was first publicly displayed by KBP International at the Future Forces Exhibition & Forum 2026 in Prague on 21 October 2026, presented alongside the Threod Systems CATA ground launcher. KBP International is the international trading and business development arm of the Czech technology holding KBP, a privately owned industrial group that has been active in defence, aerospace, and security sectors for more than 30 years. No operator selection or operational deployment for the SABRE had been announced at the time of its public unveiling.

Design

The SABRE is a turbojet-powered, fixed-wing attack drone designed for rapid mobile strike missions from dispersed field positions. The platform features an open architecture for avionics and mission system integration, allowing it to be adapted to different operational requirements. The system is compatible with both catapult and RATO (Rocket-Assisted Take-Off) launch methods, addressing the requirement for operations away from prepared runways. KBP states the design has been developed for efficient field operation and maintenance.

Specifications

Technical parameters displayed by KBP International at Future Forces 2026:

• Maximum speed: 400 km/h
• Range: up to 400 km
• Maximum takeoff weight: 125 kg
• Configurable payload: up to 30 kg
• Propulsion: turbojet, 400 N thrust
• Length: approximately 3.4 m
• Wingspan: 2.9 m